1 But I determined this for myself, that I would not come again to you with sorrow.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- I determined G2919 (κρίνω) — by
implication, to try, condemn, punish
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- with myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself
so likewise the dative case
,
and accusative case
- that I would G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once
more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
- to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- heaviness G3077 (λύπη) — sadness
2 For if I make you sorry, who then is he that maketh me glad but he that is made sorry by me?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- make G3076 (λυπέω) — to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- sorry G3076 (λυπέω) — to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad
- who G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- he G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- then G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- that maketh G2165 (εὐφραίνω) — to put (middle voice or passively, be) in a good
frame of mind, i.e. rejoice
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- glad G2165 (εὐφραίνω) — to put (middle voice or passively, be) in a good
frame of mind, i.e. rejoice
- but G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- the same which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- is made sorry G3076 (λυπέω) — to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad
- by G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
3 And I wrote this very thing, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow from them of whom I ought to rejoice; having confidence in you all, that my joy is the joy of you all.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- I wrote G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- lest G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- when I came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- I should have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- sorrow G3077 (λύπη) — sadness
- from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various
senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
- them of whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- ought G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter
active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was,
etc.) necessary (as binding)
- to rejoice G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off;
impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be
well
- having confidence G3982 (πείθω) — to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy,
to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or
passively, to assent (to evidence or autho…
- in G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
- joy G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
4 For out of much affliction and anguish of heart I wrote unto you with many tears; not that ye should be made sorry, but that ye might know the love which I have more abundantly unto you.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- much G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- affliction G2347 (θλῖψις) — pressure (literally or figuratively)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- anguish G4928 (συνοχή) — restraint, i.e. (figuratively) anxiety
- of heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e.
(figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the
middle
- I wrote G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- with G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- tears G1144 (δάκρυ) — a tear
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- ye should be grieved G3076 (λυπέω) — to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- ye might know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great
variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with
others not thus clearly expressed)
- the love G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the love G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a
love-feast
- which G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- I have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- more abundantly G4057 (περισσῶς) — superabundantly
- unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
5 But if any hath caused sorrow, he hath caused sorrow, not to me, but in part (that I press not too heavily) to you all.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- have caused grief G3076 (λυπέω) — to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad
- he hath G3076 (λυπέω) — to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- grieved G3076 (λυπέω) — to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- in G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various
senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
- part G3313 (μέρος) — a division or share (literally or figuratively,
in a wide application)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- I may G1912 (ἐπιβαρέω) — to be heavy upon, i.e. (pecuniarily) to be
expensive to; figuratively, to be severe towards
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- overcharge G1912 (ἐπιβαρέω) — to be heavy upon, i.e. (pecuniarily) to be
expensive to; figuratively, to be severe towards
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
6 Sufficient to such a one is this punishment which was inflicted by the many;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Sufficient G2425 (ἱκανός) — competent
(as if coming in season), i.e. ample (in amount) or fit (in
character)
- to such a man G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this,
i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- punishment G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- punishment G2009 (ἐπιτιμία) — properly, esteem, i.e. citizenship;
used (in the sense of ) of a penalty
- which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- many G4119 (πλείων) — more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in
plural) the major portion
7 so that contrariwise ye should rather forgive him and comfort him, lest by any means such a one should be swallowed up with his overmuch sorrow.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- So that G5620 (ὥστε) — so too, i.e. thus therefore (in various relations
of consecution, as follow)
- contrariwise G5121 (τοὐναντίον) — on the
contrary
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- rather G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in
a greater degree) or rather
- to forgive G5483 (χαρίζομαι) — to grant as a favor, i.e. gratuitously, in
kindness, pardon or rescue
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- comfort G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- lest perhaps G3381 (μήπως) — lest somehow
- such a one G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this,
i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
- should be swallowed up G2666 (καταπίνω) — to drink down, i.e. gulp entire (literally or
figuratively)
- with overmuch G4053 (περισσός) — superabundant (in quantity) or
superior (in quality); by implication, excessive; adverbially (with
) violently; neuter (as noun) preeminence
- sorrow G3077 (λύπη) — sadness
8 Wherefore I beseech you to confirm your love toward him.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Wherefore G1352 (διό) — through which thing, i.e. consequently
- I beseech G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- that ye would confirm G2964 (κυρόω) — to make authoritative, i.e. ratify
- love G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a
love-feast
- toward G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
9 For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye are obedient in all things.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- this end G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- did I write G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- I might know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great
variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with
others not thus clearly expressed)
- the proof G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the proof G1382 (δοκιμή) — test (abstractly or concretely); by
implication, trustiness
- of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- whether G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- ye be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- obedient G5255 (ὑπήκοος) — attentively listening, i.e. (by implication)
submissive
- in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
10 But to whom ye forgive anything, I forgive also: for what I also have forgiven, if I have forgiven anything, for your sakes have I forgiven it in the presence of Christ;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- To whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- ye forgive G5483 (χαρίζομαι) — to grant as a favor, i.e. gratuitously, in
kindness, pardon or rescue
- any thing G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- forgave G5483 (χαρίζομαι) — to grant as a favor, i.e. gratuitously, in
kindness, pardon or rescue
- I forgave G5483 (χαρίζομαι) — to grant as a favor, i.e. gratuitously, in
kindness, pardon or rescue
- for G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- your sakes G4771 (σύ) — thou
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the person G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards
view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by
implication, presence, person
- of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
11 that no advantage may be gained over us by Satan: for we are not ignorant of his devices.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Lest G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- Satan G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Satan G4567 (Σατανᾶς) — the
accuser, i.e. the devil
- should get an advantage G4122 (πλεονεκτέω) — to be covetous, i.e. (by implication) to over-reach
- of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- we are G50 (ἀγνοέω) — not to know (through lack of
information or intelligence); by implication, to ignore (through
disinclination)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- ignorant G50 (ἀγνοέω) — not to know (through lack of
information or intelligence); by implication, to ignore (through
disinclination)
- of his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- devices G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- devices G3540 (νόημα) — a perception, i.e. purpose, or (by implication) the
intellect, disposition, itself
12 Now when I came to Troas for the gospel of Christ, and when a door was opened unto me in the Lord,Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Furthermore G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- when I came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- Troas G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Troas G5174 (Τρωάς) — the Troad (or plain of Troy), i.e. Troas, a
place in Asia Minor
- Christ’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Christ’s G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- gospel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- gospel G2098 (εὐαγγέλιον) — a good message, i.e. the gospel
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- a door G2374 (θύρα) — a portal or entrance (the
opening or the closure, literally or figuratively)
- was opened G455 (ἀνοίγω) — to open up (literally or figuratively, in
various applications)
- unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- of G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
13 I had no relief for my spirit, because I found not Titus my brother: but taking my leave of them, I went forth into Macedonia.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- I had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- rest G425 (ἄνεσις) — relaxation or (figuratively) relief
- in G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- because I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- Titus G5103 (Τίτος) — Titus, a
Christian
- brother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- taking my leave G657 (ἀποτάσσομαι) — literally, to say adieu (by departing
or dismissing); figuratively, to renounce
- of them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- I went from thence G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
- into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- Macedonia G3109 (Μακεδονία) — Macedonia, a region of Greece
14 But thanks be unto God, who always leadeth us in triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest through us the savor of his knowledge in every place.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- thanks G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- unto God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- which always G3842 (πάντοτε) — every when, i.e. at all times
- causeth G2358 (θριαμβεύω) — and a derivative of
(meaning a noisy iambus, sung in honor of Bacchus); to make an
acclamatory procession, i.e. (figuratively) to conquer or (by
Hebraism) t…
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- maketh manifest G5319 (φανερόω) — to render apparent (literally or figuratively)
- the savour G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the savour G3744 (ὀσμή) — fragrance (literally or figuratively)
- of his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- knowledge G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- knowledge G1108 (γνῶσις) — knowing (the act), i.e. (by implication)
knowledge
- by G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- every G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- place G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by
occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e.
location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
15 For we are a sweet savor of Christ unto God, in them that are saved, and in them that perish;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- we are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- unto God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- unto God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- a sweet savour G2175 (εὐωδία) — good-scentedness,
i.e. fragrance
- of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- them that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- are saved G4982 (σώζω) — to save,
i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- perish G622 (ἀπόλλυμι) — to destroy fully (reflexively, to
perish, or lose), literally or figuratively
16 to the one a savor from death unto death; to the other a savor from life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- To the one G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession
(in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this
one, the former, etc.)
- the savour G3744 (ὀσμή) — fragrance (literally or figuratively)
- of death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or
figuratively)
- unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or
figuratively)
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- to the other G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- of life G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)
- life G2222 (ζωή) — life (literally or figuratively)
- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- who G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- sufficient G2425 (ἱκανός) — competent
(as if coming in season), i.e. ample (in amount) or fit (in
character)
- for G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- these things G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
17 For we are not as the many, corrupting the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God, speak we in Christ.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- we are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- which corrupt G2585 (καπηλεύω) — to retail, i.e. (by implication) to
adulterate (figuratively)
- the word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- sincerity G1505 (εἰλικρίνεια) — clearness, i.e. (by implication) purity
(figuratively)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- in the sight G2714 (κατενώπιον) — directly in front of
- speak we G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus